How do I add a local or network printer driver on a
Windows 8, 8.1, or Server 2012 computer?

Description of Solution 200000039919

1.
For Local users: If you haven't already done so, connect the interface
cable and power on the machine while connected to the Internet. The
computer should automatically search for and install the appropriate driver.

For
Network users: The Brother machine should first be connected to the network in
order to add the printer driver. Continue to STEP
2.

2.
If
you have the supplied CD-ROM, verify the CD-ROM lists the operating system
installed on your computer.

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If the operating system installed on your computer is listed on the CD-ROM, go
to STEP 3.

a. Move your mouse to the lower left corner of the
Desktop or Start screen.

b. Right-click the screen and then left-click Control
Panel.

c. UnderHardware and Sound, click View devices
and printers.

4. Click Add a
printer.

5. You will see a
message stating: Searching For Available
Printers. The list will populate with available
printers.

6. Select your
Brother machine from the list of available printers and click NEXT.

NOTE: If
the machine is not found, then the computer is not communicating properly with
the Brother machine. You will need to connect the machine and/or the
computer to your network and ensure that there are no firewalls or security
settings blocking the communication.